Small Circle Jujitsu: The Secret to Controlling an Attacker
- John Mellon
- Apr 1
- 8 min read
Updated: Apr 2

Wally Jay and the Evolution of Small-Circle Jujitsu
Ask anyone to compile a list of the martial arts movers and shakers of the 20th century, and you’ll likely see Wally Jay’s name near the top.
A three-time Black Belt Hall of Fame inductee — 1969 Jujitsu Instructor of the Year, 1990 Man of the Year and recipient of the 2011 Honorary Award — Jay founded small-circle jujitsu.